Spectacular Switzerland 2026 - 9 days from Zurich to Zurich

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Spectacular Switzerland 2026

9 days from Zurich to Zurich



Tour Description:

Chocolate and Cheese. Alps and Alp horns. Precision timepieces and timeless scenery. There is so much to yodel about in sweet and scenic Switzerland. With snow-dusted peaks in view from Zurich to Geneva to Lucerne, this uplifting tour of Switzerland has many elevating experiences in store. A stroll through the13th-century Gruyères Castle, a drive through the picturesque vineyards of the “Swiss Riviera,” and a tasting at the delectable Maison Cailler chocolate factory are just the beginning of your delightful ascent. You’ll also visit the resort towns of Gstaad and Interlaken before heading via mountain train to the “Top of Europe,” the nickname for Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station at more than 11,000 feet. This Alpine wonderland of ice and snow, complete with multiple viewing terraces and an Ice Palace, is not just high in elevation—it’s the highlight of this spectacular Swiss journey.

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Dates & Pricing

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Thursday 30 Apr 26 — Saturday 09 May 26Starting at $4,169Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Thursday 07 May 26 — Saturday 16 May 26Starting at $4,199Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Thursday 14 May 26 — Saturday 23 May 26Starting at $4,199Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Thursday 21 May 26 — Saturday 30 May 26
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Thursday 28 May 26 — Saturday 06 Jun 26Starting at $4,369Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Thursday 18 Jun 26 — Saturday 27 Jun 26
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Thursday 25 Jun 26 — Saturday 04 Jul 26Starting at $4,369Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Thursday 02 Jul 26 — Saturday 11 Jul 26
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Thursday 30 Jul 26 — Saturday 08 Aug 26
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Thursday 06 Aug 26 — Saturday 15 Aug 26Starting at $4,299Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Destination & Sightseeing

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, plus ride the mountain trains of the Jungfrau Massif. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Notes:
High altitudes may be challenging for some guests and not suited to those suffering from cardiac issues or fear of heights. The ascent to Jungfraujoch reaches an elevation of 11,332 ft (3,455m).

ITINERARY

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
Welcome to Zurich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
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Day 2 ZURICH–BIEL/BIENNE–NEUCHÂTEL–GENEVA
Swiss Strolls in Geneva ZURICH An orientation walk in the Old Town includes the Fraumünsterkirche. BIEL/BIENNE Enjoy free time at the historical district. NEUCHÂTEL Free time for lunch en route to Geneva. (B) 174 mi / 280 km TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Fall in love with Zurich with a walk through the Altstadt – its Old Town, in the historic heart of the city. See the guild houses and historic squares that span both sides of the Limmat River. Gracing the shore is the famous Fraumünsterkirche, with its signature green steeple marking the skyline above stained-glass windows designed by masters Chagall and Giacometti
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Day 3 GENEVA
Grandeur in Geneva GENEVA Guided sightseeing includes Reformation Park and a walk through the Old Town. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & TRADITION Explore Geneva's Old Town where the imposing St. Peter's Cathedral stands in the city of the Reformation. Discover fascinating stories along the small cobblestone streets and small squares, as well as secret passages. See the Parc des Bastions where giant statues of the leading figures of the Reformation are carved into the great wall – engraved with Geneva's motto, 'Post Tenebras Lux' (Light After Darkness)
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Day 4 GENEVA–ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE–GRUYÈRES, SWITZERLAND–BROC–GRUYÈRE AREA
How Sweet it Is ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS Enjoy free time to browse. GRUYÈRES [LF] Visit the castle and enjoy lunch with local specialties and a traditional dessert with meringue and double crème. BROC [LF] Visit Maison Cailler Swiss chocolate factory for a tasting. (B,L,D) 87 mi / 140 km LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Meringue a la crème and Swiss chocolate are two perfect pleasures we can’t resist! Capture the tradition of the medieval hilltop Castle of Gruyères with the double sweetness of crème and meringue. Later sink your sweet tooth into Maison Cailler’s decadent delicacies when you visit their famous chocolate factory
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Day 5 GRUYÈRE AREA–GSTAAD–INTERLAKEN–GRINDELWALD
Spectacular Switzerland GSTAAD Orientation walk and free time to browse. INTERLAKEN Free time to explore. GRINDELWALD Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening. (B) 87 mi / 140 km FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Grindelwald has been attracting visitors since the 18th century, a popular hub for those wishing to explore the Bernese Oberland, an area renowned for stunning scenery and unspoilt nature. During the winter months the area is a top ski destination, and Grindelwald is Switzerland’s largest ski resort
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Day 6 GRINDELWALD. EXCURSION TO THE JUNGFRAU
The Top of Europe GRINDELWALD Join an excursion to the [LF] Jungfrau Massif with a mountain train ride to the summit, Ice Palace, and receive your Jungfrau Passport. Enjoy free time to explore. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE An unforgettable journey to the Jungfraujoch, often called the “Top of Europe.” Disembark at Europe’s highest railway station and spend time exploring. Visit the Ice Palace where artists have created incredible ice sculptures. Enjoy 360° cinematic experience of the Jungfrau Panorama and don’t miss the chance to take the ultrafast lift to the Sphinx Observatory to get a fantastic view of the longest glacier in the Alps
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Day 7 GRINDELWALD–BERN–LUCERNE
Alpine Attraction BERN Guided walking tour includes a stop at Bear Park, panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and the Old Town. Free time for lunch. LUCERNE Enjoy free time late this afternoon and evening. (B) 112 mi / 180 km TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS BärenPark (Bear Park) is home to Pyrenean brown bears (after which the town is named). This hillside habitat in Bern differs greatly from the bear pit of 1191 when Duke Berthold V vowed to name the town after the first animal his hunt found in the nearby woods. The first records of bears being kept in the city date back to 1513 when soldiers brought live bears home as spoils of war. Fast forward to the modern day as the inhumane bear pit of the 16th century has evolved into a 6,000 square-meter natural habitat alongside the Aar River
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Day 8 LUCERNE
Bridging History LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. Farewell dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS See the symbol of Lucerne at the famous Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge), the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. Originally built in 1365, the bridge includes the Wasserturm (water tower) that once served as a prison. Today, this the world-famous timber bridge is Lucerne’s most photographed landmark
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Day 9 LUCERNE–ZURICH AIRPORT
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. A complimentary morning transfer to Zurich Airport. in time for homebound flights leaving no earlier than 10 am. Extra nights are available in Zurich. (B) 42 mi / 68 km

Accommodations

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Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.